In today’s social media-driven world, posting your kid’s cutest moments — a.k.a. ‘sharenting’ — is pretty common. But a growing number of Dubai parents are pushing back, prioritizing their children’s digital privacy over chasing likes and shares.
The privacy dilemma
Sharing those cute kid pics might seem innocent, but many parents are concerned about the digital trail it leaves behind. From long-term exposure to the risk of images being saved, copied, or misused, once something’s online, control over where it goes—or who sees it—is pretty much gone
The Impact
- Stranger danger: Photos can be seen, saved, or shared by people you don’t know.
- Privacy risks: Personal info could be exposed, opening the door to misuse or even identity theft.
- Future embarrassment: What’s cute now might be cringey later—kids may not appreciate it when they’re older.
- Loss of control: Children miss out on deciding how their image is used or shared.
- Social fallout: Oversharing can lead to teasing, bullying, or self-esteem issues down the line.
Legal risks are real…
Kids aren’t just passive in this — more minors worldwide are pushing back legally against parents posting without their okay. Take Austria, where an 18-year-old sued her parents for sharing 500+ childhood pics on Facebook, including super personal moments like diaper changes. This case shines a spotlight on the importance of respecting kids’ digital rights.
What Dubai parents think
Lovin Dubai hit up parents about their photo-sharing habits, and the verdict’s clear: most think their kids’ pics belong offline. Keeping kids’ privacy locked down is now a major priority for families juggling life on social media.
What’s shared online can stick forever
Pause before you post. Protecting your kid’s digital privacy isn’t a nice-to-have — it’s non-negotiable. Keep their photos private and give them the space they deserve.
